castles for sale Gard, France (page 2)

Beautiful castle for sale in the Gard. This magnificent, fully renovated château is in immediate proximity to a village with shops about 30 minutes from Alès. Located on the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail, it occupies a moderately commanding position and is surrounded by around 2.4 hectares of protective parkland. The château consists of a house flanked by three round towers which lend it its air of grandeur. The liveable floor area is approximately 600 sqm. A caretakers lodge and a circa 120 sqm outbuilding are nearby. The ground floor comprises several generously sized living areas including a room that contains a monumental fireplace and opens onto a majestic circa 150 sqm terrace overlooking the grounds. At the end of this room is an elegant double-helix staircase leading to the park. Opposite, a cherub- adorned fountain in dressed stone accentuates the romantic spirit of the place. A very beautiful pool area with circa 16x6 metre swimming pool, pool house and washroom blends in perfectly with the surroundings. The two upper floors are reached via a spiral staircase; on each level there are three sizable, charming and elegant suites, as well as an apartment with a separate entrance. A very large attic room is used as a games room, but could be repurposed. The whole property is comfortable and can accommodate 20 people if you have letting or hospitality in mind. The château is heated throughout. An architectural gem in an oasis of greenery. This property has been selected and is for sale by our Uzès estate agency. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website : http://www.georisques.gouv.fr

Exceptional castle with panoramic views and pool for sale in Provence. Discover this exceptional Château, built in 1860 on a rocky outcrop, offering breathtaking panoramic views over five départements. Nestled in the heart of a charming Gard village, this château is a true architectural gem, bearing witness to the region's history. The ground floor features a living room with fireplace, a kitchen (also with fireplace), a dining room, a reception room and a north-east tower, adding a touch of prestige to this residence. Two bedrooms, a shower room and the southwest tower complete this charming level. The second floor features 4 bedrooms and an office-library, offering numerous options for your personal needs. And on the second floor, a sumptuous 47m² bedroom with en-suite shower room and dressing room, as well as a tower, will enable you to enjoy unique moments while admiring the breathtaking view. The property extends over a total area of 385m², spread over more than 20 hectares of wooded grounds, with exceptional reception terraces and numerous roof terraces, this property offers an incomparable lifestyle. The first floor annexes are equally remarkable, including a 12m x 5m swimming pool for summer relaxation. A consecrated chapel dedicated to St. Mark, with its small sacristy, is a treasure of this château. A vaulted workshop with pool filtration and several vaulted subterraces offer varied opportunities for conversion or vehicle parking. Additional services include electricity, well water, close proximity to Pont-Saint-Esprit and its shops, septic tank, oil-fired central heating and reversible air conditioning for year-round comfort. An automatic gate and alarm system are also available. This Château is a rare opportunity to acquire a majestic, historic property that will transport you back in time. A visit is essential to fully appreciate the uniqueness of this extraordinary residence. This property is for sale through the Vaison La Romaine real estate agency in France. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: http://www.georisques.gouv.fr

In the enchanted land of Perrault's tales, it is not unusual to come across cats in boots, sleeping princesses, little ducks who think they are very ugly or princesses who can't stand peas... but also charming manor houses and their hosts in such a magical environment, amid exceptional landscapes - a cultural and historical interlude of the most seductive kind. A true cradle of life, the spring here gushes through vales and valleys all the way to the emblematic Pont du Gard, once supplying the Roman city of Nîmes with drinking water. A unique place in a rural setting, shaded by huge plane and poplar trees, in striking contrast with the surrounding natural bushland. To complete the setting, we must tell you about the dream-like stroll that you can indulge in in the shade and coolness of the pool's coping stones or by the old wheat mill... just to the antechamber of the first Duchy of France, the remarkable medieval town of Uzès. Built in this bucolic setting in the 16th century on more than ten hectares, this residence, flanked by two overhanging turrets, now offers approx. 300m² of living space with remarkable features such as a cross vaulted living room, French ceilings, wooden parquetry and period fireplaces. Not forgetting a non-adjoining outbuilding of approx. 200 m², in need of renovation, and a dovecote overlooking a second pool, four hundred years old and ISMH listed. This property emanates the sensation, the feeling, the conviction that the French art of living is still a reality that crosses borders. It has been part of the heritage of the same family for almost one hundred and fifty years and the acquisition of such an architectural work can only be governed by emotion! ref 2388

Located at the gates of Uzès, a wonderful property of 10 acres with its very own castle, which its origins go back to the 16th century. A majestic bridle path brings you to the main home. With a surface of around 300 sq. m , it contains beautiful reception rooms : a cross vaulted living room, another living room with a wonderful ceiling « à la Française ». Five bedrooms are distributed on the different levels. An old independent farm of about 200 sq. m remains to be arranged. The park is embellished with two basins built in the 17th century and are listed as ISMH monuments, dominated by its dovecote from the 18th century. This is the last opportunity to acquire such an emblematic property in Uzès. *Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

A listed Renaissance chateau surrounding a wooded courtyard in the heart of a market town to the north of Uzès. Standing in the north-western part of the village, the chateau backs onto the town hall and the medieval wall that is still in place. Dating back to 1567, the edifice overlooks a courtyard and features two wings at right angles, facing south and east. The facades and the roof have been listed as French historic monuments since 1990. In the 20th century, the two Renaissance facades, then still in a state of disrepair, were extensively restored. They are adorned with decorative carvings whose scrolls contrast with the austerity of the remaining surrounding fortifications, including the base of a medieval keep dating back to the 12th century. Between the 13th and 14th centuries, the La Fare family built a fortified house at the foot of the keep, which was transformed into a residential chateau in the 15th century. Burnt down during the Wars of Religion, which were particularly devastating in these Huguenot lands, the house was rebuilt in its current form “jusque a la mesme aulteur que cy devant estoyt” (to the same height as before). At the time, the highly elaborate facades featured six cross windows framed by carvings in the form of Doric, Ionic and Corinthian pilasters. They have now been restored to their original noble appearance thanks to two restoration campaigns undertaken in the 20th century, which remain to be completed. Once again destroyed by fire in the 18th century, the south wing remained in ruins until the 1950s, when the building envelope was completely rebuilt. When the La Fare family decided to join the Court of Versailles a few years before the Revolution, the remaining part of the building passed into the hands of the neighbour, Scipio de Nicolaï, owner of the other chateau in the village. He precipitated the ruin of his new acquisition, not without a certain degree of gloating. It was the family of the current inhabitants who saved the La Fare chateau after acquiring it in 1919. From then on, the chateau was put to all sorts of uses, in turn housing the village brass band, catechism classes and later a wigmaker, who kept powder and curling irons on the premises. As a result of these varied uses, the interior has been fashioned in a way that is quite surprising compared to the appearance of its facades, creating a cheerful structural disorder.

In a charming little village between Uzès and Bagnols-sur-Cèze, this 12th-16th century edifice is listed on the Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments. Built over 5 levels, with its magnificent spiral staircase, this 550m2 chateau has 22 rooms including 10 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms/shower rooms, as well as 1 workshop, 1 kitchen and several rooms overlooking a courtyard. The property also includes non-adjoining garden with swimming pool. This impressive castle will be perfect for both history buffs and hosts for leisure and tourism projects.

In the Uzès area, this exceptional 19th-century manor house (1860) is flanked by magnificent relics of the past, including a silkworm farm and a water mill, all set in magnificent, wooded grounds. With three floors of 240 m² each, three of which have been renovated into apartments, the very large house, with its rich history, is full of treasures, giving this estate an atmosphere of charm and very strong character. Two small self-contained apartments are located on the ground floor; a monumental staircase leads to the first floor. This is where you'll find a vast apartment, with four bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen and bathrooms providing immediate comfort. A second staircase leads to an attic covering the entire house, under an imposing roof structure. In all, 960 m² of living space. The basements, which bear witness to the rich history of this place, are just as extraordinary. There are two vast areas of 474 m² that could be restored to create art or craft studios. Extraordinary grounds (over 5,500 m2) with many large trees, the river below and a good-sized garden in front of the enclosed house: nature within easy reach. Garage, workshop and Finnish sauna. In the old mill, there are two beautiful factory rooms to be developed, totalling 600 m², and the 300 m² silkworm nursery, whose roof needs to be redone. This manor house really has a lot going for it. Well-situated, very spacious, it has the obvious charm of the old and a first-rate setting. A property selected by Botella and Sons Real Estate (since 1989). Agency fees are to be paid by the vendor. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website. Your contact: Corine George (EI registered 351 342 191 with the RSAC of Nimes). Ph: 06.14.86.24.46 Looking forward to discussing your project. Ref 2479

s.gouv.frUzès, an exceptional property that goes back to the 19 th century, composed of a master house from 1860, an old wheat mill from the 18 th century and a silk factory from 1825 classified monument. The mansion offers 900 sq.m of living surface, 450 sq.m have been renovated, on 2 levels. There is the main apartment on the noble floor (1 st floor), and two guest apartments on the ground floor. The right side of 150 sq.m needs to be renovated into one or two apartments. The roof is in good condition. Under this house is a greatly vaulted basement (with a height of 4 meters). The main apartment offers a large living oom with a chimney (dining and living room), a seperated kitchen, 4 bedrooms including 2 master bedrooms, 2 shower rooms and an office. On the ground floor of the left side of the property, a second apartment has a living room with a kitchen, bedroom and shower room. The third apartment is composed of a nice living space open onto a private terrace with an open kitchen and shower room. This property is located on a beautifully terraced land (that runs alongside the Alzon river), greatly wooded of 5 529 sq.m including a constructible part. Sauna, garage, workshop. A section is exposed to the south in front of the main entrance with pilasters and a terrace. The old silk factory of 30 m by 10 m offers a great panorama on the Vallée de Leure on the first floor with an open sky, underneath is a large vaulted basement. The old wheat mill is to be entirely renovated. This property will delight the ones that love nature and unique locations. *Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

This remarkable chateau nestled in Uzes (30700 uzes) is now for sale. Splendid clear views on a park add to the property's charm. You can enjoy a generous living area of 880 sq. m in the chateau. Its 8999 sq. m garden could become your own haven of peace and tranquility. Its great condition is a considerable asset. Upon entering the chateau, an attractive hall leads to three lounges and three living rooms. The house plan offers eight bedrooms. Other amenities include two kitchens and four bathrooms. Its mouldings are a beautiful addition. One of the property's advantages is its close proximity to the city center, a train station, the airport and a golf court. You can also make use of a home gym. Its perfect condition and its brightness are among the assets that make the chateau a stunning property.

This exceptional property for lovers of history is situated minutes from Uzes and Nimes, in the heart of a pretty Gard village with shops nearby. Classified as an historic monument, this 17th Century fortified Chateau, in a strategically high position, includes traces from the 11th Century and across eras. It has welcomed several important figures in French history (such as Napoleon 1st, Louis XIII and Richelieu). The main entry, flanked by two towers welcomes visitors with a view of the property shaded with magnificent plane trees and its architecturally designed parkland of around 8000m². You will love the private swimming pool of 15 x 5m, equipped with a contemporary fountain alongside the park and its Montpellier maple trees. At ground level in the Chateau, discover the beautiful summer living area with its kitchen, a gym room and sauna, as well as two spacious bedrooms. Access to the first floor is via a sumptuous stone staircase where one finds the library, living room with original fireplace, a master bedroom suite, Louis XVIII bedroom and a bathroom, On the same level there are 3 more bedrooms and another bathroom, a magnificent vaulted dining room and a beautiful gallery for exposing artworks. On the second floor, two large bedrooms and attics which could be converted into an independent apartment. Agency fees to be paid by the vendor. Botella and Sons (since 1989). Ref: 2190